§ Mr AltonTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what representations he has received on the takeover of Harland and Wolff; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Viggers[holding answer 21 July 1988]: My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State has received a letter from the hon. Member for Leicester, South (Mr. Marshall) seeking information about the Government's intention to privatise Harland and Wolff.